Any simple way to control my TV with an Android TV Box remote?

by Bill_Stock_999

I'm in the process of changing from an ISP settop box solution to a 'cheaper' ISP with IPTV. The IPTV is still expensive, but I live with my elderly mother, so I need reliability and simplicity.

The first problem is having to use two remotes, so I was considering getting a cheap universal remote to power off the TV when the Android box goes off. I assume someone makes an Android universal remote? It might be easier to leave the TV on, as it will go into power saving mode anyway.

Problem #2 is getting the Android box to default to the IPTV app when it powers on and lock out everything else.

EDDIE_BR0CK

If your media box supports HDMI-CEC, or whatever it might be called, your TV may already turn on or off as your box is powered.

BrooklynZooZoo

Have an elderly in-law living with us and also using the Directv android streaming box. The box supports IR which I didn't originally know as the stock remote is bluetooth. Found this remote for her and has been working great for the past three months. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07Z9L65QH